Staffing Model Comparison
Not All Staffing Is Structured the Same
Compare compliance backing, operational accountability, and structural protection across staffing models.
TAG
|
Gig Apps | Traditional Agencies | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compliance Foundation | |||
| Employer-of-Record Structure (W-2) | |||
| Workers' Comp + Liability Insurance | |||
| Clear Employer-of-Record Separation Supervised via agency structure; client insulated from direct worker control | |||
| Operational Accountability | |||
| SLA-Backed Fill Commitment | |||
| Multi-Market Backfill Guarantee | |||
| Dedicated Event Coordination | |||
| Direct Local Market Relationships | – | ||
| Program Scale | |||
| Pre-Negotiated SLA Rate Lock | |||
| Single Master Agreement Across Markets | |||
| 300+ Market Coverage (US & Canada) | |||
Comparison reflects structural model characteristics. Traditional agency capabilities vary by operator.
¹ EOR separation and joint employer exposure depend on operational control structure and contract terms. Consult legal counsel for guidance specific to your program.
For enterprise event programs managing 5+ markets annually.